UK Travel
Follow in the footsteps of the UK's best authors: These are Britain's best literary trails
A novel way to explore the British countryside? Travel differently this year, following the rivers, moors and coastlines once trodden by Britain's literary greats
The 21 UK place names that Americans (and lots of Brits!) can't pronounce correctly
A guide to the UK’s most mispronounced place names, where centuries of linguistic change have quietly reshaped how words look and sound
This secret Victorian beach beneath Devon's tunnels is now off-limits (unless you're getting married)
Carved by hand in the 1820s and once open to all, Ilfracombe’s Tunnels Beaches are now closed to the public after dramatic rockfalls — but a select few can still experience their secluded charm
“Unbelievable”: huge animal longer than bus seen leaping from Irish waters
No one knows exactly why these enormous sea creatures breach.
The bizarre way Westward Ho! got its name – and why it has an exclamation mark (and the only other place in the world that does too)
It’s the only place in the UK with an exclamation mark in its name – but the story behind Westward Ho! is stranger than its punctuation suggests
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Steam trains, Viking castles and sea views: Here's where to stay, what to eat and what to visit on the Isle of Man
From sea crossings and heritage railways to standout seafood and coastal castles, here’s how to get to and around the Isle of Man – plus where to stay, eat and explore once you arrive
I plunged into icy seas and found hidden glens: Discover the wild side of the Isle of Man
The Isle of Man is not just Victorian promenades and TT racing. This outdoor playground is brimming with natural wonders and ancient history... and a wildlife surprise or two
Fresh air, no fuss: These are the 7 best countryside holiday parks in the UK
For a fuss-free nature-based break, check in to one of these holiday parks with easy access to stunning countryside
Perfect country break: these are the 10 best holiday destinations in the UK for 2026
Planning a weekend away, a staycation or a summer holiday with the family? These are the best getaway locations around the UK, with something for everyone
Rugged moors and imagined worlds: How real are the landscapes of the Brontë novels?
How did a quiet Yorkshire parsonage produce three of Britain’s greatest writers? We explore the moorlands and villages that inspired Charlotte, Emily and Anne – and how much of Brontë Country made its way into their novels
Cotswolds
Explore the rolling hills and quaint honey-stone villages of the Cotswolds with these 14 charming walks
The Cotswolds’ softly contoured countryside, elevated pastures, and golden limestone villages make it an inviting place to roam throughout the year. Our guide leads you through some of the AONB’s most beautiful walking routes.
Is this the prettiest long distance walking trail in the UK? Spot up to 16 counties from one stunning viewpoint
As it's surprisingly hilly, there are plenty of scenic spots along the Cotswold Way.
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Holiday Ideas
Discover some of the best locations to ski and snowboard in the UK this winter
Hit the slopes without leaving the UK with our ultimate guide to the best ski resorts, hidden gems, and scenic spots where you can catch some fresh powder
32 beautiful beaches to visit this winter
The British coastline offers incredible wildlife, views and fresh air in winter – our guide looks at the best beaches to visit as the cold weather hits.
7 epic breathtaking natural wonders in the British Isles that have been forged by time and shaped by wonder
Neil Coates reveals seven stunning locations, away from the usual tourist hotspots
North West
Ambleside guide: This charming Lake District market town is the gateway to England's largest natural lake
Caroline Butterwick on where to eat, sleep and visit near Ambleside
“Cumbria wants to be the UK’s first carbon-neutral county.” How one writer skipped the gridlock on a car-free escape to the glorious Lake District
Caroline Butterwick embraces the joy of leaving the car at home on a peaceful trip to the idyllic Lakeland landscapes of Ambleside
The Wrekin walk, Shropshire
Stride out on a spectacular hilltop walk and marvel at the bucolic views from an ancient fortress, which crowns some of the world’s oldest rocks.
Northumberland Coast
What looks like a crumbling ruin was once the nerve centre of England’s bloodiest war: How Warkworth Castle and its hidden hermitage shaped a nation’s history
Explore a mighty hill-top castle that Shakespeare once wrote into a play, and then follow a gentle riverside path that holds enchantments of its own: a mystical hermitage
Explore Seahouses and the Farne Islands, Northumberland
Explore the pretty fishing village of Seahouses, then take a boat trip to islands thronging with puffins with our complete guide to visiting the Farne Islands in Northumberland.
Lindisfarne Priory
Julia Bradbury explores a beautiful ruin, once raided by Vikings, now providing enchantment for peaceful visitors
Peak District
Perched on a rocky outcrop, does this Norman fortress ruin have the best views of the Peak District?
Step back 1,000 years and climb up to the ancient battlements of Peveril Castle, where sweeping Peak District panoramas await
This iconic stately home is holding a Regency festival to celebrate its literary connection – including a summer ball
Discover the history behind the Grade I-listed Chatsworth House and what it's famous for – as well as its Jane Austen connection
The Roaches and Lud's Church circular walk, Staffordshire
Look out for wallabies while enjoying folklore and oatcakes amid striking Staffordshire gritstone outcrops with this six-mile walk along The Roaches to the mysterious gorge of Lud's Church in the Peak District National Park
Scotland
When they left this Scottish island 50 years ago, something large and unexpected took over
Abandoned nearly 50 years ago, this remote Scottish island has become an accidental experiment in nature, survival, and evolution
He gave us Auld Lang Syne and was known for passionate love affairs and bold, radical politics – just who was Robert Burns?
From humble Ayrshire beginnings to worldwide annual celebrations, we take a look at the life of Robert Burns, Scotland's favourite poet.
Want to own your own island like Richard Branson? This uninhabited remote Scottish isle is now for sale
If you thought an island off the coast of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland was remote, there's an island OFF this island currently up for sale
South Downs
Podcast: A sensational evening of singing with nightingales – with folk singer Sam Lee
Enjoy a truly magical experience deep in a Sussex woodland – singer Sam Lee and violinist Anna Phoebe accompany nightingales at midnight in episode 3, season 12 of the Countryfile Magazine Plodcast
Discovering history and mystery in Kingley Vale in the South Downs
Explore the yew forests, wildflower meadows and hidden history of Kingley Vale, West Sussex. Poet Hugh Dunkerley hosts episode 6 of season 10 of the BBC Countryfile Magazine podcast
Walk: Wilmington to Alfriston, Sussex
A short walk to the Long Man of Wilmington, the mysterious chalk figure on the South Downs. But how exactly did he get there?
South West
What is Dartmoor famous for? And can you wild camp there? Everything you need to know about the National Park
Everything you need to know about Dartmoor National Park – including its history and whether you can wild camp
Holidayers targeted as Cornwall introduces 100% council tax premium on second homes
Cornwall and a raft of other councils around the UK will introduce a 100% council tax premium on second homes and holiday lets, in response to the damaging impact second homes have had on local communities and economies.
Sea shanties sail on: The relentless appeal of sea shanties and how one tiny Cornish village is bringing global acts to its festival audiences – in a fish and chip shop
As the Mevagissey Shanty Festival draws in the crowds, the resurgence of this seafaring folk-song tradition shows no signs of waning. James Witts seeks the ‘drunken sailor’ in Cornwall
Wye Valley and Forest of Dean
Forestry England is hiring for one of the UK's weirdest jobs – and it pays £42k a year
One of the Forest of Dean's most ancient jobs is now welcoming new applicants
Podcast: The joy of riding an electric bicycle in the Forest of Dean
Explore the Forest of Dean and its wildlife on an eBike in the company of Tom Marvin from BikeRadar – in episode 8, season 11 of the Countryfile Magazine podcast
Podcast: Getting lost among hillforts and ravens in the lowlands of Monmouthshire
A winter's walk between hillforts becomes a battle with blocked or vanished footpaths in the farmland of Monmouthshire. In episode 4, season 11 of the Countryfile Plodcast, we explore problems with accessing the countryside
